Dealership Corporate Controller

Germain Ford of Sidney; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental andVision

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation/company holidays

Competitive wage plans

Ongoing professional development

Company outings and activities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Germain Motor Company in Columbus, OH is seeking a Corporate Dealership Controller to oversee all accounting operations and provide strategic financial guidance to support dealership growth and profitability. This full-time role emphasizes accuracy, GAAP compliance, and collaboration with department heads.

The successful candidate will prepare and analyze financial statements, coordinate audits, develop budgets and internal controls, and drive process improvements while guiding leadership with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Proven experience as Corporate Controller or similar role within automotive dealership or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting regulations.
• Experience with financial reporting software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• High integrity and dependability with urgency and results-orientation.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Develop financial reports and budgets to inform business decisions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Support leadership with financial forecasting and strategic planning.
• Develop and maintain internal control policies and procedures.
• Manage budget preparation, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Collaborate with department heads to support financial planning and cost control initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication

Leadership

Integrity & dependability

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CMA certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

Germain Motor Company

Corporate Dealership Controller

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Pay based on experience

At Germain, our mission is to attract, develop and retain exceptional people to deliver an outstanding experience that creates loyalty beyond reason, one customer at a time.

As the Dealership Controller, you will oversee all accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while providing strategic financial guidance to support dealership growth and profitability.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Develop financial reports and budgets to inform business decisions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Support leadership with financial forecasting and strategic planning.
• Develop and maintain internal control policies and procedures.
• Manage budget preparation, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Collaborate with department heads to support financial planning and cost control initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Proven experience as a Corporate Controller or similar role within automotive dealership or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures including GAAP.
• Experience with financial reporting software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• Must be willing to travel.

Germain Offers:

• Comprehensive Coverage & Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation/Company Holidays
• Competitive Wage Plans
• Ongoing Professional Development and Internal Promotions
• Company Outings and Activities
• Employee Discounts

Whether you’re an industry veteran or looking to begin your career in the exciting, fast-paced world of automotive retail, we’ll provide you with the tools, training, and opportunities to help you succeed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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